Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Business owners frustrated by uneven paving on Reguliersbreestraat: ‘People fall regularly’
Business owners and residents in Amsterdam are reporting frequent accidents caused by uneven paving stones on the Reguliersbreestraat. Despite the high traffic and safety risks, local authorities and ...
Tipping is voluntary, but it doesn't feel that way with a payment screen under your nose
The increasing use of digital tipping screens in the Dutch hospitality sector is raising concerns over consumer manipulation through dark patterns and social pressure. While businesses see them as a c...
Are you easily overstimulated and sensitive to light and sound? You might be highly sensitive
Approximately one in five people are highly sensitive, making them more susceptible to sensory stimuli like light, sound, and the emotions of others. While this trait can lead to overstimulation and s...
The dress code varies by profession: executives in red, designers in black – and one woman in pink
About two hundred architects, developers, and officials met at the Oosterdok to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the architecture center Arcam. The event was marked by a distinct variety of profe...
Minister Vijlbrief increasingly doubts abolishing penalty payments for WIA applications
Minister Hans Vijlbrief is reconsidering a legislative proposal to temporarily scrap penalty payments for delayed WIA disability benefit applications due to concerns regarding citizens' legal rights. ...
Henny Huisman, Jetty Mathurin and Cees Grimbergen celebrate 75 years of television: ‘I wanted to be seen and heard’
Dutch television celebrated its 75th anniversary with a special program featuring veterans Henny Huisman, Jetty Mathurin, and Cees Grimbergen. The guests shared personal reflections on the evolution o...
Protest against factory farming in city center: "Stop the slaughter"
Hundreds of protesters marched through central Amsterdam today to demonstrate against the animal industry and demand better welfare rights. Organized by various groups including the Party for the Anim...
Vietnamese turquoise taxis to challenge Uber and Bolt in the Netherlands
Vietnamese taxi company Green SM is launching its electric vehicle service in the Netherlands to compete with established platforms like Uber and Bolt. The company plans to start its operations in Ams...
Petting zoo celebrates reopening: "We're starting fresh"
The children's farm in Amsterdam's Westerpark has officially reopened following a three-year renovation project to address significant hygiene and safety concerns. The site now features improved infra...
One small mistake can have fatal consequences: how Leiden isolates that one highly contagious Ebola patient
The LUMC in Leiden is managing the care of a highly infectious Ebola patient who arrived on Thursday evening. The hospital has enforced strict isolation procedures, including the use of specialized pr...
Kilos of cocaine sent in package to company in the North
Police in Amsterdam-Noord discovered several kilograms of cocaine inside a package shipped from Colombia to a local industrial business. No arrests have been made, and an investigation is currently un...
How 'designer molecules' are bringing a breakthrough for patients with metastatic cancer
Researcher Hermen Overkleeft is studying sugar molecules in his laboratory to develop innovative treatments for complex conditions. These findings serve as the foundation for new medications targeting...
Rising sea levels threaten future of Delta Works: 'Construction takes forty years'
Rising sea levels threaten the future effectiveness of the Netherlands' Delta Works, prompting experts to call for long-term planning and potential structural overhauls. Since large-scale water defens...
Actor Bryan Cranston (70) does not want to retire: 'It's like I'm stopping breathing'
Actor Bryan Cranston has announced that he has no plans to retire, stating that he intends to keep working as long as possible. The 70-year-old, famous for his role in Breaking Bad, expressed that he ...
Cabinet wants to scrap staff discounts, retail sector disappointed: 'It's an important sign of appreciation for our staff'
The Dutch government intends to abolish the tax-free employee discount scheme by 2027 to save 123 million euros annually. Trade organizations and retail unions strongly oppose the plan, warning it wil...
Two teenagers arrested following violent street robbery in Haarlem
Police have arrested two 16-year-old boys in connection with a violent street robbery that took place last Tuesday in Haarlem. The victim was injured during a struggle after being blocked and threaten...
Have you seen Tim, Mollie or Akira? These five pets are missing in Haarlem
Five pets, including a retriever and four cats, have been reported missing across various neighborhoods in Haarlem over the past week. The local organization Amivedi has provided detailed descriptions...
Amsterdam Marathon 2026: all road closures and accessibility at a glance
The 2026 TCS Amsterdam Marathon will take place on October 17 and 18, causing significant road closures and public transport adjustments throughout the city. Motorists are advised to avoid the area du...
Accident involving overturned truck on A9 near Amstelveen, driver taken to hospital
A truck overturned on the A9 near the Amstelveen Stadshart exit, leading to a multi-vehicle collision that left a car driver injured and hospitalized. The incident has caused a full closure of the A9 ...
Extensive damage from explosions at homes in Nieuw-West and Noord
Two explosive incidents caused significant property damage at residential buildings in the Amsterdam districts of Nieuw-West and Noord. Although both locations were cordoned off for investigation, aut...